Qualtrust Credit Union and Texas Trust Credit Union Intend to Merge

Jim Minge, president of Texas Trust Credit Union, and John DiChiaro, president of Qualtrust Credit Union. The two credit unions have agreed to merge. The combined credit union will have assets of $1.2 billion with more than 100,000 members and 21 locations. (Photo: Business Wire)

ARLINGTON, Texas--()--Qualtrust Credit Union of Las Colinas and Texas Trust Credit Union of Arlington announced their boards have agreed to unite.

The newly combined credit union will begin joint operations under the Texas Trust banner by the end of 2017, pending regulatory approval by the National Credit Union Association and the Texas Credit Union Department, and an affirmative vote by the Qualtrust membership.

The uniting of Qualtrust and Texas Trust will broaden the geographic reach and the services available to members. On top of Texas Trust’s 17 locations, the combined credit union will have five additional branches in high growth markets in Flower Mound, Bedford, Las Colinas and San Angelo. The combined assets and membership will mean a greater economy of scale that can drive further growth.

From Qualtrust’s standpoint, it is investing in its members’ financial futures by delivering an expanded product line, services to meet the complete needs of its members, and broader career opportunities for its employees.

“After careful consideration, the boards and management teams of both credit unions collectively determined that we can achieve more together for our members than we can on our own,” said Jim Minge, president and CEO of Texas Trust Credit Union. “Together we can deliver greater value to our members, who are our number one priority.”

“Like Qualtrust, Texas Trust also shares a history of outstanding service and community involvement, which is important to our members,” said John DiChiaro, president of Qualtrust Credit Union. “Our members will benefit from more choices in products and services as well as being part of one of the most respected and top-performing credit unions in Texas.”

The combined credit union will have assets in excess of $1.2 billion and more than 105,000 members and 21 locations making it one of the largest credit unions in Texas and the U.S.

Qualtrust members will vote on the merger following regulatory approval.

About Qualtrust Credit Union

Qualtrust’s history is rooted in Tom Green County dating back to 1948 when it began as San Angelo Telco Federal Credit Union. Today the credit union is headquartered in Las Colinas and has branches in San Angelo, Flower Mound, and Bedford. Qualtrust has 24,000 members and $200 million in assets. Visit Qualtrust.com, or see us on Facebook.com/qualtrust or Twitter @Qualtrust.

About Texas Trust Credit Union

Texas Trust Credit Union was created in 1936 when a group of Chance Vought Aircraft Corporation employees pooled their savings so they could help each other achieve financial goals. Today, more than 84,500 members are served through checking and savings accounts; loans (personal, mortgage, auto, and small business); credit cards; insurance products; and investment services. Texas Trust Credit Union supports local students through its “Spirit Debit Rewards” program. With every swipe of an eligible SDR card, funds are donated to the school or district of the member’s choosing. To date, Texas Trust has donated over $1.3 million since August 2011. Texas Trust serves members in Dallas, Tarrant, Henderson, Ellis, and Johnson counties through 17 locations in Mansfield, Arlington, Grand Prairie, Cedar Hill, Midlothian, DeSoto, Hurst, and Athens. With assets of $1 billion, Texas Trust is one of the largest credit unions in North Texas and the 18th largest in Texas. For more information, visit TexasTrustCU.org or follow us on facebook.com/texastrustcu or Twitter at @texastrustcu

Contacts

Texas Trust Credit Union
Shelley Carlson, 972-595-1223
scarlson@texastrustcu.org
or
Dux Public Relations
Kristine Tanzillo, 903-865-1078
kristine@duxpr.com

Release Summary

Qualtrust Credit Union and Texas Trust Credit Union are merging. The combined credit union will have assets of $1.2 billion with 21 locations serving members in DFW, Athens, and San Angelo, Texas.

Contacts

Texas Trust Credit Union
Shelley Carlson, 972-595-1223
scarlson@texastrustcu.org
or
Dux Public Relations
Kristine Tanzillo, 903-865-1078
kristine@duxpr.com